Criselda Connor
orange,California
Summary
Competent Medical Surgical Telemetry Nurse with background in acute patient care, critical thinking, and efficient communication skills. Proficient in managing high-stress situations, exhibiting strong clinical judgment, and fostering patient-centered care. Demonstrated the ability to improve team collaboration and streamline processes in previous roles.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Oncology Nurse
Kaiser Permanente
Anaheim, California
09.2023 - Current
- Administered chemotherapy and medication to oncology patients following established protocols.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, changes in condition, treatments administered and progress notes in electronic health records.
- Monitored patient vitals and responded to changes in condition promptly.
Medical Surgical Telemetry Nurse
UCI Medical Center
Orange, California
04.2023 - Current
- Assessed and monitored patients for changes in condition and responses to treatments.
- Coordinated with health care team members to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care plans.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans.
Telemetry Staff Nurse
Providence Saint Joseph Medical Center
Orange, CA
06.2021 - 10.2023
- Monitored patient vital signs using telemetry equipment and alerting teams for abnormalities.
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders and hospital protocols.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
Perioperative Registered Nurse
Pavilion Surgical Center
Orange, CA
10.2014 - 06.2022
- Collaborated with physicians, surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other healthcare professionals in order to provide optimal patient outcomes.
- Performed pre-admission testing of patients before surgery to ensure they are medically suitable for the procedure.
Medical Surgical Telemetry Nurse
Kindred Hospital, LTAC
Santa Ana, California
03.2020 - 07.2021
- Performed primary nursing functions including administering medications, wound care, IV therapy and monitoring vital signs.
- Ensured that all documentation was completed accurately according to hospital policy and procedure guidelines.
Hospice Nurse
VITAS Healthcare
Irvine, California
10.2018 - 01.2020
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care to patients and families in home settings.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses for effective pain management.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop personalized care plans for patients.
Hospice Nurse
Remita Health
Costa Mesa, California
10.2016 - 10.2018
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care to patients and families in home settings.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses for effective pain management.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop personalized care plans for patients.
PACU Staff Nurse
La Veta Surgical Center
Orange, CA
01.2015 - 11.2017
- Monitored patients' vital signs post-anesthesia to ensure stable recovery.
- Administered medications according to physician orders and established protocols.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to provide optimal post-operative care.
Registered Nurse
St Edna Rehabilitation Center
Santa Ana, California
04.2012 - 10.2015
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders and patient care plans.
- Monitored patient vitals and reported significant changes to medical staff promptly.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
Medical Surgical Telemetry Nurse
Kindred Hospital, LTAC
Brea, California
05.2012 - 10.2014
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to medical team.
- Administered medications and managed intravenous therapy for patients.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans.
Staff Nurse
South Post Acute
Santa Ana, California
11.2011 - 08.2012
- Administered medications and monitored patient reactions continuously.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans.
- Provided direct patient care including wound dressing, administering medication and IV therapy.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Philippine College of Health And Sciences
Manila, Philippines05-2007
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
West Negros University
Bacolod, Philippines03-1999
Skills
- Acute care management
- Problem solving
- Health care teamwork
- Time management
- Critical thinking
- Communication skills
- Multitasking
- Effective communication
Certification
- ACLS
- BLS
Timeline
Oncology Nurse
Kaiser Permanente
09.2023 - Current
Medical Surgical Telemetry Nurse
UCI Medical Center
04.2023 - Current
Telemetry Staff Nurse
Providence Saint Joseph Medical Center
06.2021 - 10.2023
Medical Surgical Telemetry Nurse
Kindred Hospital, LTAC
03.2020 - 07.2021
Hospice Nurse
VITAS Healthcare
10.2018 - 01.2020
Hospice Nurse
Remita Health
10.2016 - 10.2018
PACU Staff Nurse
La Veta Surgical Center
01.2015 - 11.2017
Perioperative Registered Nurse
Pavilion Surgical Center
10.2014 - 06.2022
Medical Surgical Telemetry Nurse
Kindred Hospital, LTAC
05.2012 - 10.2014
Registered Nurse
St Edna Rehabilitation Center
04.2012 - 10.2015
Staff Nurse
South Post Acute
11.2011 - 08.2012
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Philippine College of Health And Sciences
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
West Negros University
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